Perform Form work Activities

Introduction

In view of a series of accidents involving formwork structures which had raised concerns, the Workplace Safety and Health Council (WSHC), in collaboration with MOM, had developed the new Formwork Safety Course for Workers (FSCW). This course is designed to help to develop the competencies of the general formwork workers in Singapore. This is a WSH training course for all formwork workers to facilitate and safely construct, erect, alter and dismantle the formwork structures at any worksite. Employers involved in formwork construction are strongly encouraged to send their workers to attend this course.

Course Objective

By the end of the course, participants will be competently trained with necessary knowledge and skills to perform formwork activities safely in construction sites and related industries.

Course Content

Theory:
Part 1 – Course Assessment

1. Applicable WSH legal and other requirements
2. Role of Worker in Formwork Activities
3. Fundamentals of Formwork Construction
4. Types of Formwork
5. Basic Risk Assessment for Worker Level
6. Hazards Identification for Formwork Activities
7. Safety & Health Measures for Formwork Activities
8. Personal Protective Equipment for Formwork Activities
9. Accident case studies

Part 2 – Hazards Identification

1. To identify the hazards, unsafe conditions, unsafe acts, control measures or PPE for formwork activities based on the pictorials provided.

For Whom

This course is designed for personnel appointed to perform formwork activities which include formwork workers/tradesmen.

Entry Requirement

• Must be over 18 yrs old
• Employability Skills (ES) Workplace Literacy Level 3 and above.
• Be able to manipulate numbers at a proficiency level equivalent to ES Workplace Numeracy level 3 and above

Certification

Passing Criteria:

1. Written Assessment

• Part 1 – Course Assessment-20 MCQ
• Part 2 – Hazard Identification-20 MCQ
• Overall- 60%

2. Learner must pass BOTH parts of the written assessments
3. Course attendance:- 100% attendance.

Late comers will not be allowed to sit for the test.

Skills Development Fund(SDF)
(Fee Type: Full Fee)

Participants who are Singaporean or Singapore PR and sponsored by company are eligible for the SDF Fundings. To be eligiblefor the SDF Funding, companies are required to enroll their trainee through the SkillsConnect System. For assistance, please call WDA at 68835885 or log on to www.skillconnect.gov.sg for more information.

Funding Code: CRS-Q-0041273-MF

Venue:
61 Senoko Drive S758238

or

254 Woodlands Industrial Park E5
Woodlands Bizhub S757309